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Mergers and Acquisitions - Italy

Italy

The transaction value in the Mergers and Acquisitions market is projected to reach US$84.70bn in 2024.
It is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2025) of -74.70% resulting in a projected total amount of US$21.43bn by 2025.
The average transaction value in the Mergers and Acquisitions market amounts to US$361.80m in 2024.
From a global comparison perspective, it is shown that the highest transaction value is reached in the United States (US$1,359.00bn in 2024).

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Analyst Opinion

The Mergers and Acquisitions market in Italy is experiencing a surge in activity, reflecting the dynamic business landscape of the country.

Customer preferences: Italian companies are increasingly looking to M&A activities as a strategic tool to expand their market presence, diversify their product offerings, and gain a competitive edge. This trend is driven by a growing emphasis on innovation, digital transformation, and globalization among businesses in Italy.

Trends in the market: One notable trend in the Italian M&A market is the rise of cross-border transactions, indicating a willingness among Italian companies to explore opportunities beyond their domestic market. This trend is fueled by the search for new growth avenues, access to technology and talent, and the desire to strengthen international competitiveness.

Local special circumstances: Italy's fragmented business landscape, characterized by a large number of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), plays a significant role in shaping the M&A market. SMEs in Italy often lack the resources to scale up independently, making them attractive targets for acquisitions by larger domestic or foreign companies seeking to consolidate market share or access specialized capabilities.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The economic environment in Italy, marked by moderate growth, low interest rates, and regulatory reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business, is creating favorable conditions for M&A activity. Additionally, the availability of financing options, including bank loans and private equity investments, is supporting deal-making in the country.

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Data coverage:

Figures are based on the revenue generated by the Investment Banking market, as well as the transaction value, the number of transactions, and the average transactions size of the Mergers and Acquisitions (M&As) and Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) markets.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined by a bottom-up approach and are based on a specific rationale for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use market research and analysis, as well as data from annual financial reports. Furthermore, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations and national data bureaus, such as GDP, wealth per capita, and total investment (% of GDP). This data helps us to estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. In this market, we use the HOLT-damped Trend method to forecast future development. The main drivers are GDP per capita and total investment (% of GDP).

Additional Notes:

The market is updated twice per year in the event that market dynamics change.